Also, stay the F off facebook and reddit during work hours. Focus on your work for the time you are at your desk. Get your shit done in a timely manner, and no one is going to bust your balls for not staying late. If they do, then ya. Not a very good place to work.
@pior, What's wrong with just saying no if you know for sure you're maxed out workwise. Or asking for help if you know you can't beat deadlines. Showing initiative can do you favors but doesn't mean you work yourself too hard so the next working day you're cranky and not as open to critiques. You can do a lot of work out…
I think it's wise to get a feel for who you are as that will determine how you will fit: Situation: A milestone is approaching, the art team is behind. Extra unpaid hours are required by everyone to help chip in and get the game over the line. The hours are mandatory, your standard work day just went from 8 hours to 10 -…